Samsung updates AR Emoji to add more customization options

When Samsung first unveiled the AR Emoji, it had some kinks it had to work out. Now, Samsung is hoping to give the Galaxy S9 users a better experience and have these AR Emojis look more like their users by introducing customization options. A new My Emoji Editor feature will let you fine-tune standout characteristics like eyes, lips, nose, and cheeks, among others. You can even adjust face shape to mirror your own. Face-tracking has been updated here, too. Samsung says there’s been a 65 percent increase in “landmark detector” points, which means it can track things like eye and mouth movement more precisely. There’s also a frame rate boost so movements look smoother and more natural. Samsung will be releasing this update to all its markets soon.

Source: SamMobile

Apple HomePod will reportedly let you make calls soon

Review: Apple HomePodA recent report claims you’ll get more out of your HomePod soon. It’ll supposedly bring one important feature: the ability to make and receive calls. According to iGeneration, their look at the iOS 12-based software update for the device will let this happen, among some other useful features. As long as the HomePod is paired with your phone, it’ll let you make or answer calls. It’ll also help you locate your iPhone, improve translation features, and have the ability to switch Wi-Fi networks without needing to reset the device. If the report is to be believed, this might make the HomePod a more attractive purchase for consumers.

Source: TechRadar

Go incognito on Instagram by turning this feature off

Want to hide the fact that you’re online on Instagram? You might not have noticed this but Instagram has an Activity Status feature that shows if you’re online. If you’d rather not broadcast to your followers that you’re on the social network, you can easily turn that off. Just head to Settings and then scroll to the Privacy and Security section, and then pick Activity Status menu. There you can toggle the off button for Show Activity Status. Once you do this, the green dot beside your icon will disappear. One thing you need to note though is you won’t be able to see who is active either.

Source: Lifehacker

Aston Martin debuts its futuristic-looking ‘flying taxi’ concept

Aston Martin’s Volante Vision concept in flight. Image: Eleanor Bentall/Aston MartinWhile Rolls-Royce’s electric vertical take-off and landing (EVTOL) concept caters to a wider audience range, Aston Martin has a specific set of users on its mind. Aston Martin’s own “flying taxi” concept this week and it’s being called the Volante Vision. This futuristic-looking EVTOL is being labeled more as a transport for high-rollers or as an “ultimate luxury mobility solution.”

Aston Martin asked for Rolls-Royce’s assistance in the development of the Volante Vision’s engine. This vehicle can take less people than the Rolls-Royce concept at three people at a time. It is also powered by a hybrid-electric engine with autonomous technology built into its system.

Source: Silicon Republic